Many Americans only got their first look at Jackie during the inaugural ceremonies, but her fashion sense and unflappable poise soon made her one of the country’s most admired first ladies.
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In the years following the death of President Kennedy, many people often spoke of his presidency as an idyllic time. They dubbed those pre-assassination days as “Camelot,” a noble, idyllic but ultimately doomed kingdom.
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Even before Kennedy became president, changes were reshaping America. View a gallery of telephones, TVs, cars, and more as they transformed from 1953 to 1963.
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It’s hard to remember that John F. Kennedy faced serious obstacles in his bid for the presidency. Don’t miss part two of our series “Reconstructing Kennedy.”
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The 35th president completed only three years of his term and left behind a pile of unfinished projects and unraveling plans. Yet Americans consistently rank him among our greatest presidents. Archivist Jeff Nilsson explains why we still love JFK.
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Despite political opposition–and a few arguable failures in policy and tactic–John F. Kennedy remained a popular, well-regarded president throughout his short term in office. Archivist Jeff Nilsson explains why.
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Fifty years after the assassination of John F. Kennedy, read about him as he was seen in his time, before a half century of re-evaluation, criticism, and second-guessing.
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In a true story, a proud son recalls how his determined Irish mother phoned President Kennedy on a Sunday afternoon—a call that changed their lives forever.
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There is no better example of Americans’ chronic suspicion of their government than the fate of the Warren Commission Report, released just months after the president’s death.
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Art and illustration critic David Apatoff takes a closer look at the men and women who created many of the Post’s most memorable covers. He also reviews other well-regarded illustrators and shares stunning but rarely seen sketches and paintings.
Internationally acclaimed cardiologist Douglas Zipes provides his expert commentary on the latest in health and medicine, including the updates on medical breakthroughs, study results, and advice on healthy living.
Steve Weisman is one of the country’s leading experts in cybersecurity and identity theft. His column keeps you up to date on the latest scams and offers recommendations on protecting yourself from digital criminals.
Gay Haubner shares her warm and wild memories of growing up in Duluth, Minnesota in the 1960s. Her hilarious and poignant exploits will have you eagerly awaiting each weekly chapter.
The Post Week In Review can be read every Friday. Bob Sassone rounds up the week's news in pop culture, books, food, technology, health, and current events, looks back at important moments in history, and gives a preview of upcoming holidays and events.